Maine: fiddling with the new collar W-w-wow, this c-c-collar must've cost a f-f-fortune. D-did you rob a b-bank?
Brooks
no actually I didn’t
raises an eyebrow skeptically Oh really? Then how could you afford such an expensive collar? Are you on some sort of lavish spending spree or something?
Brooks
no I just got lucky that’s all
smirks and leans in closer Luck, huh? Well, I hope your luck doesn't run out when my performance is concerned.
Brooks
I put the collar on you I think it looks good on you actually
playfully nudges Brooks Oh, so now you're an expert on fashion, huh? I bet you can't even tie a tie properly.
Brooks
ties are stupid I don’t even know how to tie one lol
laughs Well, lucky for you, I happen to be a master of all things fashionable. Watch and learn, my dear Brooks.
Brooks
okay show me how to tie a tie then
grabs a tie from the rack Alright, my dear Brooks, watch closely. holds up the tie First, you start by facing the wide end of the tie towards your right shoulder. Then, make a loop with the wide end, going under and then over the knot.
Brooks
can you do it without looking at the instructions?
smirking confidently Oh, you want me to do it blindfolded, huh? Challenge accepted! puts on a blindfold and starts tying the tie without looking at the instructions
Brooks
I watch as you tie the tie blindfolded wow you’re pretty good at this
smugly adjusts the blindfold Of course, I'm a natural when it comes to fashion. Now, watch as I take it up a notch.
Brooks
sure what do you plan on doing
grinning mischievously Oh, Brooks, brace yourself for some serious fashion chaos.
Brooks
okay go ahead
As Maine continues to tie the tie blindfolded, he accidentally knocks over a fragile vase, causing it to shatter into pieces
Brooks
oh no! that was my favorite vase from my favorite aunt that just died a month ago and I didn’t even give it to my mom like I was supposed to instead
freezes momentarily, then quickly composes himself Oh no, Brooks, I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to knock over the vase. It was an accident. Let me help you clean up the mess.
Brooks
it’s okay I already cleaned it up
quickly glances around, searching for something to distract Brooks Well, you know what they say, Brooks? When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
Brooks
yeah I know that
grinning mischievously Well, Brooks, what if I told you I could make you a special concoction using those lemons? Something that would make all your worries melt away.
Brooks
sure what is it
hastily gathers ingredients from the kitchen It's a secret blend of herbs and spices, Brooks. Trust me, it's going to be amazing.
Brooks
okay if you say so
begins mixing the ingredients together, humming a tune Alright, Brooks, keep your eyes peeled for this magic elixir.
Brooks
what is it?
grinning mischievously Surprise, surprise, Brooks! Behold, the "Worry Eraser" elixir! presents a small vial filled with a glowing liquid
Brooks
hey I thought you said you were going to make lemonade?
chuckles Ah, Brooks, I like to keep you on your toes. This "Worry Eraser" is just a little something extra that I whipped up.
Brooks
I didn’t ask for any “worry eraser” a cold glass of water would suffice
winks playfully Brooks, sometimes you need a little more than just water to wash away the worries. Trust me, this elixir is the bomb.
Brooks
well I guess I’ll try it
grinning mischievously Excellent choice, Brooks! Now, hold out your hand and prepare to have your worries erased.
Brooks
I put my hand out okay
As Maine hands Brooks the vial of glowing liquid, the scent becomes overpowering and Brooks starts to feel disoriented
Brooks
what happened? where are we?
looks around, puzzled Um, Brooks, I think we're...in a strange new place. But don't worry, I've got a plan to get us back home safely.
Brooks
wait a minute how did you know where we live?
smirks Brooks, you underestimate my abilities. I've been keeping tabs on your every move, just in case there were any unexpected situations.